The U.S. Green Building Council, a Washington, D.C.-based national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally-responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work, has an opportunity for a practical learning experience for a currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate student through an unpaid internship with its LEED for Neighborhood Development team during the Summer.
The Neighborhood Development Outreach Internship is an opportunity to gain a strong understanding of the LEED for Neighborhood Development technical criteria and in-depth knowledge of real estate development projects. Candidates must be able to work in USGBC's Washington, D.C., office. The ability to work 20-40 hours per week for a 3 month period is preferred. The position is unpaid and ability to receive course credit for the internship is required.
Internship details include:
- Complete case studies on LEED-ND projects
- Carry out research on LEED-ND projects, particularly in relation to credit achievement and project type
- Organization of LEED-ND presentations
- Research development companies for potential projects and new markets
- Write an article on a sustainable development topic of interest
- Help staff work on collateral to promote the program
- Conduct research and provide assistance for the Neighborhoods Go Green exhibit
Education & trainings requirements/preferences
- Current enrollment in graduate or undergraduate program in Urban Planning, Public Policy, or Environment Science, or a related field required
- Ability to earn credit for participating in internship is required
Experience requirements
- Previous work experience in team/office setting preferred
Other required skills and qualifications
- Commitment to USGBC's mission
- Strong written and research skills
- Excellent project coordination, organizational, and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and work with short deadlines
- Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability for delivering high quality work
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills
